January weather forecast
Kikro, Ivory Coast

January, like December, in Kikro, Ivory Coast, is another sweltering winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.4°C (97.5°F) and min 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Temperature

Transitioning from December to January, Kikro observes an average high-temperature of a still very hot 36.4°C (97.5°F), differing subtly from the previous month. Throughout January nights, a significant departure from daytime temperatures, with an average low of 21.3°C (70.3°F), is recognized in Kikro, Ivory Coast.

Heat index

The average heat index in January is calculated to be an extremely hot 44°C (111.2°F). Stay mindful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke could follow extended physical effort.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 49%, January is the least humid month.

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain in Kikro when the rain falls for 5.1 days and typically aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of rain.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 11h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:29 GMT.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Kikro.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during January translates into the following directions:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.